MA/MS in Applied Statistics

The professional master's in statistics is designed for students who want applied skills for industry. The core includes statistical methods, experimental design, applied regression, multivariate methods, and a practice course, followed by electives in statistics or related disciplines. The program requires 36 semester hours of coursework and research. A capstone project is required. It can also be earned inside a combined program alongside Baylor's bachelor's degrees in statistics, mathematics, or applied mathematics. Graduate students should review the general requirements of the Graduate School together with the department's own policies. The requirements described here follow the 2026-2027 catalog edition, and prospective applicants are encouraged to contact the department about course options, sequencing of courses, and how the program fits their goals before applying. The catalog entry is the authoritative statement of degree requirements and should be read alongside the university's general academic regulations before a student plans a course of study.